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Web of Trust launches new version of the popular browser security tool to fit Web surfing habits

Helsinki, Finland (PRWEB) March 31, 2009

Web of Trust launches a new version of the WOT safe surfing add-on with customizable protection. Experienced Web users who prefer “Light” protection get a simple warning if they surf to a page with a poor reputation, whereas selecting “Maximum Safety” will prevent a risky page from loading. Parents with young children can choose the “Parental Control” mode which blocks access to sites that contain pornography or other adult content.

WOT provides four convenient one-click protection options that can be changed instantly depending on the situation:

  • “Light” protection suits experienced Web users
  • “Basic” protection guides the user by giving warnings
  • “Maximum Safety” stops dangerous Web sites from loading
  • “Parental Control” blocks access to Web sites with a poor child safety rating and no rating at all

"Four million Internet surfers worldwide trust WOT to protect them when they search and shop on the Internet. People need choices that fit their web surfing habits. With WOT’s new one-click protection options, we provide personalized safe surfing,” said CEO Esa Suurio.

Free Web safety tool provides protection against online threats

Web of Trust offers Internet users preventive protection against Web-based attacks, online scams, identify theft, and unreliable shopping sites. The WOT security add-on provides safety ratings to search results when using Google, Yahoo!, Digg and other popular sites, helping users protect their computers and personal information. Web site ratings are continuously updated by the user community and from numerous trusted sources, such as phishing site listings. The free Internet security add-on works with Internet Explorer and Firefox browsers and can be downloaded at http://www.mywot.com.

Supporting Facts of WOT

  • WOT has been downloaded by 4 million users
  • Information on 22 million websites
  • 1 in every 20 websites is harmful
  • WOT users contribute by rating and commenting on websites
  • WOT also receives information from a large number of trusted sources, such as PhishTank, hpHosts, DNS-BH Malware Domain list and Artists Against 419.
  • Available in 14 languages, now also in Chinese and Japanese

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Contacts

Esa Suurio, CEO, phone: +358 40 716 9301, esa@mywot.com Against Intuition, Inc. Italahdenkatu 27 A, 00210 Helsinki, Finland

Michael Widenius, founder of MySQL, invests in WOT, Web of Trust

Helsinki, Finland (PRWEB) February 16, 2009

Michael "Monty" Widenius, founder of MySQL and a guru for the global open source movement, has invested in WOT, Web of Trust. WOT, a free community-driven security add-on that helps Internet users protect themselves against online threats, closed its second round of funding as the community exceeded 3 million downloads.

"When I first learned about WOT, I was intrigued because it answers the common question Internet users have - Can I trust this website? - by uniquely combining a community-driven approach, Internet resources and browser technology. The growth and success of MySQL was in many aspects due to our active user community. WOT's big and active community shows a similar strength, and I like the fact that through WOT we are helping making the Internet a better and safer place," says Widenius, who will take a seat on the company's Board of Directors. .

“We are excited about Monty joining our team and bringing his wealth of knowledge and contact network. Monty had a key role at MySQL when it grew to become an open source icon and the developer of world's most popular open source database. For Web of Trust this new injection of expertise and capital will help us to expedite our growth and take the company to the next level," said CEO Esa Suurio.

The investors in the second round of funding include Open Ocean, the investment company through which Widenius seeks to invest in disruptive technology start-ups and help them achieve success; and the Finnish Industry Investment Ltd, an existing shareholder.

Protection when browsing and shopping the Internet

Web of Trust offers Internet users preventive protection against Internet scams, identity theft, spyware, spam, and unreliable online shops. The WOT security add-on provides safety ratings to search results when using Google, Yahoo!, Wikipedia, Digg and other popular sites, helping users protect their computers and personal information. Website rating information is continuously updated by the user community and from numerous trusted sources, such as listings of malware and phishing sites. The free Internet security add-on works with Internet Explorer and Firefox browsers and can be downloaded at http://www.mywot.com.

Supporting Facts of WOT

  • WOT has been downloaded by 3 million users
  • Information on 21 million websites
  • 1 in every 20 websites is harmful
  • WOT users can contribute by rating and commenting on websites
  • WOT also receives information from a large number of trusted sources, such as PhishTank, hpHosts, DNS-BH Malware Domain list and Artists Against 419.

Resources

Contact

Esa Suurio, CEO, phone: +358 40 716 9301
Against Intuition, Inc. Italahdenkatu 27 A, 00210 Helsinki, Finland
esa (at) mywot (dot) com

Michael "Monty" Widenius, phone: +358 40 060 3271
monty (at) openoceancapital (dot) com
www.openoceancapital.com

Google Chrome Browser to Get Extensions - Web of Trust Among the Top 15 Add-ons

Helsinki, Finland (PRWEB) December 2, 2008

Following up on promises made in September, Google has outlined plans to open their Chrome browser to third-party extensions. Web of Trust is included in an initial list of 15 add-ons that Google is targeting to support. Chrome's closest rival, Mozilla's open source browser Firefox, is popular because the browser can be extended with a multitude of add-ons. Web of Trust (WOT) has reached 2 million downloads since securing a place on Mozilla's coveted recommended add-on list.

"The users of Firefox and Internet Explorer appreciate the security that WOT provides, and we look forward to adding our protection to Chrome. Chrome will benefit from adding extensions, and WOT is proud to be among the first add-ons they have chosen to support," said CEO Esa Suurio.

Protection when browsing and searching the Internet
Web of Trust, offers Internet users preventive protection against Internet scams, identity theft, spyware, spam, and unreliable online shops. The WOT security add-on provides safety ratings to search results when using Google, Yahoo!, Wikipedia, Digg and other popular sites, helping the user to protect their computer and personal information. Website rating information is continuously updated by the user community and numerous trusted sources, such as listings of malware and phishing sites. The free Internet security add-on works with Internet Explorer and Firefox browsers and can be downloaded at http://www.mywot.com.

Supporting Facts of WOT

  • WOT has been downloaded by 2 million users
  • Information on 21 million websites
  • 1 in every 20 websites is harmful
  • WOT users can contribute by rating and commenting on websites
  • WOT also receives information from a large number of trusted sources, such as PhishTank, hpHosts, DNS-BH Malware Domain list and Artists Against 419.

Resources

Contact Name:
Esa Suurio, CEO
Phone: +358 40 716 9301
Address: Against Intuition, Inc.: Italahdenkatu 27 A, 00210 Helsinki, Finland ###

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